2018 Hyundai Kona Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Kona.
Complaints
107
Crashes
14
Fires
19
Injuries
24
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2018 Hyundai Kona Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#136 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:47,550 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:7
#29 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:41,500 mi
Fires:1
#38 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:28,785 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:4
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Hyundai Kona.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 36 | 1 | 7 | 47,550 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | — | 1 | 41,500 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | 2 | 4 | 28,785 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
Engine Problems
36
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
7
Avg Miles
47,550
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
41,500
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
4
Avg Miles
28,785
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
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2018 Hyundai Kona — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Hyundai Kona reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2018 Hyundai Kona has 107 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 36 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (36 complaints, avg 47,550 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (9 complaints, avg 41,500 mi); Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 28,785 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Hyundai Kona?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,690 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2018 Hyundai Kona?
NHTSA complaints for the 2018 Hyundai Kona include 14 crash-related reports, 19 fire reports, 24 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2018 Hyundai Kona have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2018 Hyundai Kona as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2018 Hyundai Kona?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Hyundai Kona reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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